At Craniaa we are exclusively the ONLY centre in Ireland which provides rehabilitation for children with Genetic Neurological Disorders.Craniaa is also one of the only centres to use the Universal Exercise Unit also known as Spider Cage Therapy.

﻿"I walk with CONFIDENCE knowing I can give HOPE to Every Disabled Child and Adult"

​~Dr. Goshi

Neuro-rehabilitation is a dynamic process, helping individuals who have had brain and spinal cord injuries which may be congenital or acquired. These may be due to various causes from birth injuries such as cerebral palsy, to genetic disorders and accidents. Neuro-rehabilitation is very important for any brain injury patients; because research has shown that the injured brain can be helped to relearn some of the lost functions with the process of “neural plasticity”.

Neural plasticity, by means of regular and intensive rehabilitation therapy, not only helps brain tissue re-grow, it also helps in re-learning or regaining lost skills, such as sensory integration, posture, balance, cognition, speech and language. By regaining functional skills, the risk of muscular tightness and contractures, joint stiffness and pressure sores is reduced; bladder and bowel functions and chest function are improved, thus reducing the risk of intestinal and pulmonary infections. Thus physical, physiological and social abilities improve in the long term, leading to the emotional well being of the patient and his/her family.

The WHO (World Health Organisation) states that the goal of an individual who is disabled, following the onset of any brain injuries, should be to achieve independence in their basic daily activities. For the patient and for the family neuro-rehabilitation is vital from the onset of injury, or as soon as is possible after it, in order to maximize its effectiveness and achieve independence